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The Spiritual Perspective
Ever wonder what the spiritual perspective is on genocide? On cheating? On getting back with your ex? On toxic people?
If so, this is your channel.
You identify as spiritual — but you’ve still got questions about how to show up in life’s messiest, most nuanced situations.
And you don’t have time for fluffy, feel-good answers that don’t hold up in the real world.
This is where you’ll find a grounded spiritual take on life’s hardest questions.
I’m Light Watkins — keynote speaker, author, and longtime meditation teacher — and every week, I share short, no-BS videos that help you zoom out, tune in, and reframe what you’re going through.
If you’re tired of surface-level advice and ready to go deeper, join me every Monday and Thursday for new episodes of The Spiritual Perspective.
Your next breakthrough might be one perspective shift away.
Episodes
341 episodes
5 Ways To Get Your Partner to Change (Without Them Knowing)
You’ve asked nicely.You’ve asked not-so-nicely.You’ve journaled, meditated, and maybe even forwarded them that one relationship reel.But somehow, your partner still isn’t getting the hint. It’s like they’re resistant to ...
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Get Your Habits to Stick (without Burning the Boats)
Most people don’t fail at building habits because they’re lazy or undisciplined — they fail because they misunderstand what real consistency takes.In this week’s Spiritual Perspective, Light Watkins breaks down the hidden reason most ne...
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Why Common Sense Isn't So Common
We like to think of ourselves as rational.We believe in equality, respect, and decency. And we assume that any reasonable person would agree with us.That’s what makes it so frustrating when someone doesn’t, especially when they fo...
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I’ve Trained Thousands of Meditators. Here’s My Playbook
Most people think meditation is supposed to be hard — that if your mind wanders, you’re doing it wrong.In this episode, Light Watkins shares what he’s learned after training thousands of people how to meditate — including the five simple...
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Can MAGA People Be Spiritual? Get The Spiritual Perspective
Can you be a spiritual person and a Trump supporter? Dive into a nuanced conversation that challenges the common stereotypes about spirituality and political beliefs. Explore the deep spiritual question of how to hold multiple contradictory tru...
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3 Decisions That Will Change Your Life
In this episode of The Spiritual Perspective, Light Watkins explores three life-changing decisions that shaped his path—and how making similar choices can transform yours.He begins by distinguishing between what he calls the ground-leve...
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How To Increase Your Deserving Power Starting Today
Do you feel like life isn’t giving you what you truly deserve?We’re told never to settle, to go after the best, and to believe we’re worthy of exactly what we desire.But if that’s the case… why does it so often feel like we’re get...
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5 Signs Your Spiritual Practice Is Working (And Why You Can’t See It At First)
How do you actually know if your inner work is working? That’s the question Light explores in this episode of The Spiritual Perspective.Meditation, journaling, therapy, gratitude — all of it can feel subtle and hard to measure. There’s ...
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The Spiritual Perspective on Why People Cheat And How To Respond
When infidelity strikes, the first instinct might be to leave, but is it really that straightforward? In this episode, we delve into why people cheat, the societal expectations around betrayal, and the deeper issues of communication and values ...
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7 Harsh Realities of Committing to Your Inner Work
Most people imagine that inner work is a straight path to peace, clarity, and happiness. But the reality is far more complex. In this episode, I share the 7 harsh truths about committing to your inner work—the side no one talks about, bu...
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Why Your Ego Is Destroying You: Get The Spiritual Perspective
You think you're being rational, fair, and coming from a good place—but what if your ego is secretly running the show? The ego is sneaky. It disguises itself as confidence, self-righteousness, and even ‘speaking your truth.’ It convinces you th...
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5 BIGGEST Lies That Are Killing Your Potential
What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t a lack of talent, luck, or resources—but the lies you’ve been telling yourself?In this episode of The Spiritual Perspective, I break down the five most common lies that almost eve...
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16:29
How to Live with Fear. Get the Spiritual Perspective
When was the last time fear stopped you from doing something?Maybe it told you that if you fail, your life is over. Or that if you step outside your comfort zone, disaster will strike.And let’s be honest—fear feels real. After a...
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Why Peace Feels Impossible (and What You Can Do About It)
Why does violence feel like the backdrop of our world today? Despite our technology, communication, and historical knowledge, conflict continues to erupt—in wars, in politics, in households, and even within ourselves. In this episode of The...
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Why Life Doesn't Seem To Be Fair. Get The Spiritual Perspective
Why does life feel so unfair?The hardest workers don’t always succeed. The kindest people often get taken advantage of. And those who deserve love the most sometimes end up alone—while cheaters and manipulators seem to thrive. I...
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How to Finally Course Correct Your Life (Health, Career, Love, Finances)
In this week’s Spiritual Perspective, we explore what I call The Constantinople Effect—the tendency to give up too soon when the path forward feels “too hard,” and to rationalize it with phrases like, maybe it’s just not meant to b...
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When Going with the Flow is the WRONG Choice And How to Make it RIGHT
We’ve all heard the advice: “Just go with the flow.” Sometimes it’s wise—like when your flight is canceled or you’re stuck in traffic. But other times, “going with the flow” can keep you stuck, small, and out of alignment.
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How To Handle Toxic People. Get The Spiritual Perspective
We’ve all dealt with toxic people.The narcissists. The manipulators. The gaslighters. The ones who drain your energy and leave you questioning everything.So we do what we’ve been taught: Set boundaries. Cut them off. Stay...
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How to Escape the Prison Within and Liberate Your Happiness
Feeling stuck in a relationship, at work, or even within yourself? In this episode of The Spiritual Perspective, Light Watkins unpacks the hidden reason so many of us stay frustrated and reveals the simple inner shift that leads to fre...
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Why You Should NEVER Take Anything Personally
Have you ever had someone snap at you for no apparent reason? One moment, you're minding your business, and the next, you're caught in the crossfire of someone else’s frustration. It feels personal, but what if it’s not? In this episode of The ...
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Why Unsolicited Advice Never Works and the 3 Steps to Make People Actually Listen
What’s the most annoying thing people do? It’s not gossiping. It’s not complaining. It’s giving advice you never asked for.We’ve all been on the receiving end of it — someone who means well, but ends up making us feel small, talked down...
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Surprising Discoveries from Meditating 10,000 Times in 8,000 Straight Days
Most people dabble in meditation. I took a different path. For the last 22 years, I’ve meditated every single day—more than 10,000 times, without missing once.In this episode, I share the surprising lessons that came from that level of c...
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Why You Should Get Back Together with Your Ex
Have you ever considered getting back with an ex?If so, you’ve probably heard it all:“Move on.”“Leave the past behind.”“They don’t deserve another chance.”Maybe that’s true.Or maybe, there are very ...
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